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FEATURE COMPARISON: AV RECEIVERS
SC-LX86 SC-LX76 SC-LX56 SC-2022-K
Advanced Multi-Channel Stereophonic Philosophy
Direct Energy HD Amplifier • • • •
Low Leakage Flux Transformer
•
Audio Signal Processing Hi-bit32 Hi-bit32 Hi-bit32 Hi-bit24
Digital Filter • (Slow/Sharp/Short) • (Slow/Sharp/Short) • (Slow/Sharp/Short)
Phase Control • (Full Band) • (Full Band) • (Full Band) •
Auto Phase Control Plus • • • •
Advanced MCACC • • • •
Standing Wave Control • • • •
Precision Distance
•
AIR Studios Sound Tuning • •
THX THX Ultra2 Plus THX Select2 Plus THX Select2 Plus
Audio Technologies
PQLS with HDMI • (Bit-stream/Multi/2ch) • (Bit-stream/Multi/2ch) • (Bit-stream/Multi/2ch) • (Bit-stream/Multi/2ch)
Jitter Reduction • • • •
Advanced Sound Retriever • (Multi) • (Multi) • (Multi) • (Multi)
Auto Sound Retriever/Auto Sound Retriever for ARC • • • •
Sound Retriever Link • • • •
Sound Retriever AIR • • • •
Auto Level Control • (Multi) • (Multi) • (Multi) • (Multi)
Video Technologies
4K Pass Through • • •
Precise Conversion for 24p (1080/24p upscaling) • • • •
Stream Smoother • • • •
Stream Smoother Link • • • •
Advanced Video Adjust • • • •
Highly Precise I/P Conversion • • • •
Pioneer Video Converter/Scaler • • • •
Triple HD Video Noise Reduction • • • •
Deep Colour/x.v.Colour • • • •
Sophisticated Listening Modes
Various Speaker Settings • (10 patterns) • (10 patterns) • (7 patterns) • (5 patterns)
Wide Surround • • • •
Dolby Pro Logic IIz • • • •
Virtual Speakers • • • •
Virtual Depth • • • •
9ch Speaker Configurations • • •
Pre-Amp Mode • • •
Front Stage Surround Advance • (Focus, Wide) • (Focus, Wide) • (Focus, Wide) • (Focus, Wide)
Optimum Surround • • •
Network Features
AirPlay • • • •
DLNA Certified (1.5) • • • •
Compatible with Windows 7 • • • •
Copyright Protection Content Playback • • • •
High-Quality Audio Streaming • • • •
Internet Radio (vTuner) • • • •
Advanced Control
iControlAV2012 Ready • • • •
Sound Explorer • • • •
Bluetooth Ready* • • • •
Air Jam Ready • • • •
AVNavigator2012/AVNavigator for iPad Ready • • • •
Wireless LAN Converter Ready** • • • •
Multi-Zone 4 Zone 4 Zone 3 Zone (Zone 3 analogue audio only) 3 Zone (Zone 3 analogue audio only)
Control with HDMI • • • •
Network Setup via Web Control • • • •
Standby Pass-Through without CEC • • • •
HDMI Standby Input Switching • • • •
Auto Power Down • • • •
Omni Directional RF Remote Control Ready • • • •
Specifications
Simultaneous Power Output
(All ch simultaneous drive, 1 kHz , 1 % THD, 8 ohms )
Total 810 W Total 770 W Total 720 W Total 630 W
Rated Power Output (1 kHz, 2ch Driven) (1 % THD, 4 ohms) (0.08 % THD, 8 ohms) (1 % THD, 4 ohms) (0.08 % THD, 8 ohms) (1 % THD, 4 ohms) (0.08 % THD, 8 ohms) (1 % THD, 4 ohms) (0.08 % THD, 8 ohms)
Front 250 W + 250 W 140 W + 140 W 230 W + 230 W 140 W + 140 W 210 W + 210 W 130 W + 130 W 210 W + 210 W 130 W + 130 W
Centre 250 W 140 W 230 W 140 W 210 W 130 W 210 W 130 W
Surround 250 W + 250 W 140 W + 140 W 230 W + 230 W 140 W + 140 W 210 W + 210 W 130 W + 130 W 210 W + 210 W 130 W + 130 W
Surround Back (Front Height/Wide) 250 W + 250 W 140 W + 140 W 230 W + 230 W 140 W + 140 W 210 W + 210 W 130 W + 130 W 210 W + 210 W 130 W + 130 W
Maximum Power Output
(1 kHz, 10 % THD, 1ch Driven)
360 W/ch (4 ohms) 280 W/ch (6 ohms) 340 W/ch (4 ohms) 270 W/ch (6 ohms) 310 W/ch (4 ohms) 240 W/ch (6 ohms)
Dimensions (W x H x D)/Weight 435 x 185 x 441 mm/18.0 kg 435 x 185 x 441 mm/17.7 kg 435 x 185 x 441 mm/15.3 kg 435 x 185 x 441 mm/14.8 kg
Power Consumption (in use/standby) 370 W/0.1 W 370 W/0.1 W 330 W/0.1 W 290 W/0.1 W
Power Requirements AC 220-230 V/240 V, 50/60 Hz AC 220-230 V/240 V, 50/60 Hz AC 220-230 V/240 V, 50/60 Hz AC 220-230 V, 50/60 Hz
* With AS-BT200/AS-BT100 optional adapter
** With AS-WL300 optional wireless LAN converter
PIONEER CORPORATION
1-1, Shin-Ogura, Saiwai-ku, Kawasaki-shi,
Kanagawa-ken 212-0031, Japan
http://pioneer.jp
PIONEER ELECTRONICS ASIACENTRE PTE. LTD.
(Co. Reg. No.: 199203130M)
253 Alexandra Road, #04-01, Singapore 159936
Service Hotline: (65)-6472-7555
http://www.pioneer.com.sg
PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD.
16th Floor, Menara Uni. Asia, 1008 Jalan Sultan Ismail,
50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Service Hotline: (60)-3-2697-2920
http://www.pioneer.my
PIONEER GULF FZE
Lob 11-017, Jebel Ali, Free Zone,
P.O. Box 61226, Jebel Ali, Dubai, U.A.E.
Tel.: (971)-4-8815756 Fax: (971)-4-8816414
http://www.pioneer-mea.com
PIONEER and the Pioneer logo are registered trademarks of Pioneer Corporation.
The impedances indicated are actual values that speakers can present to an amplifier while playing back music.
They do not refer to the nominal rated impedances of speakers you use.
THX and the THX logo are trademarks of THX Ltd. which are registered in some jurisdictions. All rights
reserved.
AIR STUDIOS and the AIR STUDIOS logo are registered trademarks of Air Studios, Inc.
"Qdeo", and "QuietVideo" are trademarks of Marvell or its affiliates.
Aureus is a trademark of Texas Instruments.
HDMI connection may not allow transmission of copyright protected material, depending on the capability of
the signal source.
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
DTS is a registered trademark & the DTS logo and Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc.
The Bluetooth word mark and logo are registered trademarks and are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Bluetooth functionality requires a compatible A2DP profile Bluetooth enabled device.
Certain Bluetooth features may not be supported by all compatible Bluetooth-enabled devices, and/or the
functionality of such features may be limited in certain devices.
Windows and the Windows logo are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.
Published by Pioneer Corporation. Copyright © 2012 Pioneer Corporation. All rights reserved. Note: Specifications and design subject to change without notice.
3171L 12 Hi-End AV Receiver Catalogue (PAC/PGF) 14,500-ADKI/CCI 08-12 Printed in Japan
“Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed
to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet
Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with
safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may
affect wireless performance.
Apple, AirPlay, iPhone, iPad, iPod and iPod touch are registered trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries. AirPlay works with iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPod touch (4th, 3rd and 2nd
generations), iPad 2, iPad with iOS 4.2 or later, and iTunes 10.1 (Mac and PC) or later.
The AirPlay logo is a trademark of Apple Inc.
DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA Certified are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital
Living Network Alliance.
“x.v.Colour” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc.
MHL, the MHL Logo, and Mobile High-Definition Link are trademarks or registered trademarks of MHL LLC in
the United States and other countries.
vTuner is a registered trademark of Noting Else Matters Software, Ltd.
Phase Control is a trademark placed on a product with Pioneer's Phase Control Technology concept. The
technology enables high-grade sound reproduction environment by improving the phase matching for each
of the components.
For details on iPod compatibility, visit http://pioneer.jp/homeav/support/ios/ao/
HI-END AV REcEIVERs LINEup 2012 -2013

The power of Integration
Out top-line AV receivers contain only high-grade
materials that deliver precise performance, all in order
to accomplish our objective — truthful expression of
the artist’s intent. The soundstage is purified to give
as close to the original artistic expression, while
expertise of professional recording engineers is applied
for a thorough sound tuning. sit back, relax, and let the
realistic fidelity stimulate your senses like never before.

SC-LX86
NEW
9.2-Channel AV Receiver Featuring Hi-bit32 Audio Signal Processing, AIR Studios Monitor Certification, THX ® Ultra2 Plus
Certification, 4K Pass Through, and Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
SC-LX76
NEW
9.2-Channel AV Receiver Featuring Hi-bit32 Audio Signal Processing, AIR Studios Monitor Certification, THX ® Select2 Plus
Certification, Full Band Phase Control, and 4K Pass Through
Direct Energy HD Amplifier
LX86 LX76 LX56 2022
[minamoto]
source/origin/foundation
When something is created,
that upon which it is based.
Gathering the materials
essential for creating things.
Example:
A true masterpiece, made
from the finest components.
With the introduction of the Direct Energy
HD Amplifier, Pioneer brought groundbreaking
performance with Digital Class D amplifiers.
The newly adopted MOSFET — Direct
Power FET — features a simple structure
with superior heat dissipation. It maximises
audio performance with reduced noise and
improved switching, while driving all channels with equally high
power output.
Hi-bit32 Audio Signal Processing
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The technology works to create undistorted sound,
bringing out the best in the 32-bit DAC. It expands signal
resolution, creating more detailed, smooth sound, closer to
the original analogue signal. It also increases the sound
pressure for a tactile listening experience, and the more
channels you have, the more impressive it becomes. It is
effective for multi-channel content on DVD/Blu-ray Disc as well as CD
audio, and works with any disc player.
Level Ch1/FS
1
-1
0
Actual Effects
24-bit vs 32-bit signal wave form comparison
24-bit Processing
0 2m 4m 6m 8m 10m 12m 14m
Time / s
Level Ch2/FS
Level Ch1/FS
1
-1
0
32-bit Extension Processing
0 2m 4m 6m 8m 10m 12m 14m
Time / s
Level Ch2/FS
Full Band Phase Control/Auto Phase Control Plus
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[waza]
skill/technique/ability
The methods and techniques
used to process things.
Overcoming challenges with
knowledge and experience.
Example:
The skill of a craftsman lives
on in his masterpiece.
Full Band Phase Control focuses on the
group delay in the speaker network filter,
and compensates with special digital
signal processing (DSP), to adjust the
phase of each unit as well as the group delay for
each speaker. Auto Phase Control Plus makes realtime
analysis of the phase difference, and automatically
compensates the gap.
Advanced MCACC
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Advanced MCACC automatically compensates for
differences in speaker size, level, and distance,
and equalises response using a 3D calibration
method. The speaker polarity check feature
detects misconnected cables, while the reverb measurement
display shows before/after calibration results. Measured data can
be checked on AVNavigator’s MCACC application.
Before Calibration
Speaker distance, sound pressure level, and
frequency response are all uneven.
SET-UP
MIC
Acoustic Calibration by MCACC
The sound field is automatically
measured using the supplied mic.
Calibration
Speaker sizes and number of speakers are
automatically detected.
After Calibration
Speaker distance, sound pressure level, and
frequency response are all equalised.
SET-UP
MIC

SC-LX56
NEW
9.2-Channel AV Receiver Featuring Hi-bit32 Audio Signal Processing, THX ® Select2 Plus Certification, Full Band
Phase Control, and 4K Pass Through
4K Pass Through
LX86 LX76 LX56
Android Audio/Video Playback with MHL
LX86 LX76 LX56
4K x 2K, usually referred to as 4K, is the next-generation ultra-highresolution
standard with 3,840 x 2,160 (24 Hz/25 Hz/30 Hz) pixels
or 4,096 x 2,160 (24 Hz) pixels — four times the current HD 1080p
standard. The AV receivers can pass through 4K video signals to a
compatible display, offering the highest quality image available.
What’s 4K?
The front HDMI terminal is MHL (Mobile
High-Definition Link) compatible, letting
you connect an Android device
with the supplied MHL cable.
High-definition video can be
displayed on your HDTV with
multi-channel sound, while
also charging your device.
Compatible Resolution
3,840 x 2,160 pixels
(24 Hz/25 Hz/30 Hz)
4,096 x 2,160 pixels
(24 Hz)
480p
720p
1080i/p
DLNA Certified (1.5)
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MHL Cable
SC-2022-K
NEW
7.2-Channel AV Receiver Featuring Hi-bit24 Audio Signal Processing, Jitter Reduction, and AirPlay Wireless Audio
Transmits 4K x 2K (Digital Cinema; 4,096 x 2,160 pixels 24p) video signals
Supports Full HD x 4 resolution (24/25/30p)
Source device and software required to pass through 4K content
Triple HD Video Noise Reduction
LX86 LX76 LX56 2022
The AV receivers feature three separate noise
reduction circuits for enhanced video performance.
- Component Frame Noise Reduction (YNR/CNR):
reduces Gaussian noise without blurring the picture
- Block Noise Reduction: reduces block noise found
in flat areas
- Mosquito Noise Reduction: reduces noise along the outline of
images
The Pioneer-exclusive advanced PureCinema I/P Converter also
helps to remove distracting lines during playback.
Triple HD Video Noise Reductions
4K x 2K (4096 x 2160)
The AV receivers are DLNA certified (1.5),
enabled to work not only as a Digital Media
Player (2-Box Pull System) for playing DMS
audio files, but also as a Digital Media Renderer
(3-Box System) to be remotely controlled by a
device such as a smartphone or PC. For example,
you can play music content* from a PC in another
room, from a separate device in your living room.
As a DMR (2-Box Push System), the AV receivers can also
play received audio data when the user controls the DMS.
* Playback of DRM protected commercial content requiring DTCP-IP link protection is
not supported.
AVNavigator2012
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Pioneer’s AVNavigator is a user-friendly support
feature for the AV receiver’s wiring and operation.
Using the supplied CD-ROM, you can easily set
up the AV receiver straight out of the box. An
interactive HTML manual, Wiring Navi, and
MCACC application is included in the
AVNavigator. It also helps the user with software updates.
Gaussian Noise
Block Noise
Mosquito Noise
AVNavigator2012 (Images subject to change)
Wiring Navi
Only available in Near and Middle East area
Grainy Image
Mosaic-Like Artifacts
Hazy Edge
Clear Image
Clear Image
Clear Image
THX Ultra2 Plus
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THX Select2 Plus
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[tamashi]
soul/spirit/will
THX Ultra2 Plus is the highest level THX
certification, featuring THX Loudness Plus
technology, designed to maintain the impact and
integrity of audio content even when played at
Obsession or zeal. Or even
emotion. Paying careful
attention to details, and
refining the value of things by
human hands.
Example:
Within a masterpiece lies a
spirit that moves people.
lower volume settings. Because most listeners will play
movies and games at a much lower volume than the
Reference Level, some bass sound, surround effects and
ambient sounds are lost on ordinary systems. THX Ultra2 Plus
helps to deliver sound just as it was mixed in the studio,
regardless of volume level. THX Select2 Plus technology has
the same features as the THX Ultra2 Plus, but is designed for
smaller home theaters.
AIR Studios Sound Tuning
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Pioneer has a proven track record of applying its audio
expertise to the creation of multi-channel sound
environments, collaborating with George Martin’s AIR
Studios in England on numerous occasions. Our perfect
application of the world-famous dubbing studio’s
monitoring methods intensifies the emotion and excitement of what
you see and hear. Established in 1969 in London, AIR Studios is
now an acclaimed recording complex, favoured by many of the
world’s most popular and renowned musical talents. The SC-LX86
and SC-LX76 have received the AIR Studios Monitor certification.
USB-DAC
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The AV receiver allows direct USB connection with a PC*,
without having to access the home network. What’s more,
signal transfer is done with USB asynchronous transfer mode,
which controls the transfer process using its high-accuracy
clock instead of syncing with the clock on the PC-side,
ensuring high-quality sound reproduction. This eliminates
jitter, reproducing master quality sound with extremely precise
audio signals, even for Hi-bit32 Audio Signal Processing.
*PC driver for USB-DAC is included in the CD-ROM for AVNavigator2012
Synchronous Transfer
PC
PC
USB
Connection
Asynchronous Transfer
USB
Connection
Asynchronous USB-DAC
Synchronous
Sync with PC clock
USB-DAC
Asynchronous
SC-LX86's master clock used;
no sync with PC clock
Speakers
Speakers
Simple Overlay OSD
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Even when the front FL display is not visible, users can see the
AV receiver’s operation status on the TV screen. The audio/video
parameters can be adjusted while you actually listen to the
sound or see the image — an useful feature if you use a
projector, or have the AV receiver hidden inside a cabinet.
Simple Overlay OSD